The Canadian staffing index, which measures staffing activity in Canada, fell 4% in September from August to a reading of 109. However, on a year-over-year basis, the index was up 1% in September.

September 2017 had one fewer working day than September 2016.

“The September index value has grown year over year despite a decrease in working days,” said Maxim Kupfer, research associate at Staffing Industry Analysts. “This suggests moderate year-over-year growth in volume for the industry.”

Staffing Industry Analysts produces the index on behalf of the Association of Canadian Search, Employment and Staffing Services.